PROGGA (Knowledge for Progress)

PROGGA (Knowledge for Progress)

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Birth, death registrations stall below 50% in Bangladesh: Experts

Experts call for legal reform and mandatory birth registration by healthcare facilities to help achieve universal registration by 2030.

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Hypertension rising among youth; experts call for urgent action

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Tobacco tax reform can boost public health and revenue, experts say

PROGGA and ATMA presented these recommendations today (20 April) at a pre-budget press conference held at the Tofazzal Hossain Manik Miah Hall of the National Press Club. Photo: TBS

PROGGA, ATMA propose 3 measures to cut tobacco use and raise revenue

Speakers at a two-day workshop titled “Front-of-Package Labelling (FOPL) in Bangladesh: Importance, Progress and Way Forward,” held on 15–16 April at the Bangladesh Medical Association (BMA) Bhaban in the capital.16 April 2026. Photo: Courtesy.

Experts call for urgent rollout of front-of-pack labelling to curb rising non-communicable diseases

Speakers speak at a press conference jointly organised by PROGGA (Knowledge for Progress) and Anti-Tobacco Media Alliance at the Tofazzal Hossain Manik Mia auditorium of the National Press Club today.11 March 2026. Photo: Courtesy.

PROGGA, ATMA urge govt to turn tobacco control ordinance into law

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Strong birth, death registration law crucial for safeguarding women’s rights: Experts 

Experts call for stronger regulation of vitamin-fortified edible oil

Experts call for stronger regulation of vitamin-fortified edible oil

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Experts urge decisive actions to curb hypertension risk among youth

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Tobacco's grip: 442 daily deaths hinder SDG progress, experts demand stronger laws

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Ban cigarette filters, vaporisers to address plastic pollution: Progga

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Sale of loose edible oil increases health risks: Progga

A meal of a "Monster"-sized A.1. Peppercorn burger, Bottomless Steak Fries, and Monster Salted Caramel Milkshake is seen at a restaurant in Foxboro, Massachusetts July 30, 2014. REUTERS/Dominick Reuter

Implement trans-fat regulations without delay: Experts